Barber

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  Personal Care and Service Occupations

Barber

Also Called: Barber, Barber Shop Operator, Barber Stylist, Stylist, Barber, Barber Shop Operator, Barber Stylist, Stylist

What they do

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.

$26,770
Starting Salary (2023)
$36,150
Median Salary (2023)
7.0%
Projected Job Growth
15,990
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
Clean work stations and sweep floors.
Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Self-Control
Cooperation
Dependability
Concern for Others
Social Orientation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation
Judgment and Decision Making
Monitoring

Expected Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

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